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Digital Literacies and 21st Century Skills

EdTech @ AdelphiU

Podcast for the Digital Literacies and 21st Century Skills course at Adelphi University"s Educational Technology program.

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15:03

Remix: More than Just a Beat (Eliana and Jess)

Digital Literacies and 21st Century Skills ·

2025/09/24

Eliana and Jess, explore remix culture beyond music, spanning literature, games, social media, and even food. From Shakespeare’s adaptations to TikTok trends and Cronuts, remixing is everywhere. Tune in to learn how remixing sparks creativity, builds 21st-century skills, and lets anyone put their own spin on the world.ReferencesAbdul, P. (1989). Cold hearted [Song]. On Forever your girl [Album]. Virgin Records.Bobbybass. (2023). Hoist the colors [Video]. TikTok.

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18:54

The Role of Cognitive Load in Digital Learning...

Digital Literacies and 21st Century Skills ·

2025/09/17

In this episode, hosts Taye and Margaret delve into the realm of multimedia learning. They discuss the daily interaction with digital content, from blog posts to Zoom meetings, and emphasize the practical application of multimedia principles. The conversation highlights the cognitive load theory and personalization principle, referencing Richard Myers' 1997 research. The hosts discuss the evolution of digital content, the growing importance of visuals in education, and the shift away from

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20:27

Multimodal-ala-Mode: Teaching Multimodality (Michael...

Digital Literacies and 21st Century Skills ·

2025/09/10

In this premiere episode of The Class Act Podcast, hosts Mike Lombardo and Aaron Hung dive into multimodal literacy and what it means for today’s classrooms. They explore multimodality in education, drawing on ideas from Kress, Gardner, and include an in depth discussion on visual literacy and digital media. The discussion highlights how images, video, sound, and design have become central to communication and learning, challenging schools to expand their traditional definition of

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26:58

Exploring TikTok as a Virtual Community (Alyssa,...

Digital Literacies and 21st Century Skills ·

2025/04/17

In this episode, Alyssa, Kahmari, and Giovanna explore the intricacies of virtual communities on TikTok. They discuss various scholarly articles and personal insights into how virtual communities function as communities of practice, the impact of algorithms, and the role of influencers. Key points include the positives and negatives of TikTok's algorithm, the spread of misinformation, and the sense of community built around shared interests and influencers. They conclude that TikTok,

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14:34

The Social Spiral (Isabella, Kayla, and Mohammad)

Digital Literacies and 21st Century Skills ·

2025/04/09

Social media is a huge part of our everyday lives. From creating connections, building up careers, and just pure entertainment. However, as social media has its pros there are also its cons which go much deeper than its typical technological capabilities. Isabella, Kayla, and Mohammad go in depth on the major effects social media has on one’s mental health ranging from children, teens and adults.Click here to view the episode transcript.ReferencesEyal, N. (2019). Indistractable: How to

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20:43

Discerning Truth in the AI Era (Michelle and Ryan)

Digital Literacies and 21st Century Skills ·

2025/03/26

In this episode, Ryan and Michelle dive into the critical topic of disinformation, explaining its distinction from misinformation. They explore the historical context of disinformation, its modern amplification through technology like generative AI and DeepFakes, and the real-world impacts these technologies have already had. The discussion highlights the complexities of identifying and combating disinformation, the role of media literacy, and the importance of structural changes and

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25:16

Misinformation: Are You Sure That's What They Meant?...

Digital Literacies and 21st Century Skills ·

2025/03/12

Hop into the echo chamber of misinformation-information with Cassidy, Evelyn, and Isaak to learn about some common examples of bias controlling our interpretations of events. Whether in media, the news, or just everyday occurrences, your personal world view can shape how you understand something that seemingly has a definite meaning. In this episode, Cassidy, Evelyn, and Isaak discuss echo chambers created when discussing television and social media events, talking about how separate groups

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14:12

Exploring the World of Content Reuse (Bevin, Givana,...

Digital Literacies and 21st Century Skills ·

2025/02/26

In this episode, Bevin, Givana, and Luke discuss the concept of remixes in pop culture and media, inspired by Kirby Ferguson's YouTube video 'Everything is a Remix.' They explore how social media platforms like TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube borrow features from each other, and how this concept extends to music, art, and television. They also delve into the implications of remixing for originality and creativity, touching on the legal and ethical aspects. The conversation includes

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25:49

Virtual Communities: I See Your Value Now (Emily and...

Digital Literacies and 21st Century Skills ·

2024/11/07

Ryan and Emily introduce the world of virtual communities that span the vast range of social media and networking platforms that so many of us frequent every day. They talk about what exactly is a virtual community, what are they all about, what helps them function, and how they have impacts that go beyond the screen. Emily and Ryan also share some personal experiences they have with virtual communities they have been a part of and what role those communities played in their lives.Click

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19:34

Feed Evolution: The Journey from Social Media to...

Digital Literacies and 21st Century Skills ·

2024/10/30

In this podcast episode on digital literacy, hosts Nicole, Jasmine, and Alyssa discuss about how social media has changed over the years, from Myspace to today’s AI-powered platforms. They explain how social media moved from a place to connect with friends to a main source of news, where algorithms push popular content even if it’s misleading. The hosts share personal stories to show how easily people of all ages can believe false information, especially with AI creating custom feeds that

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1:14

Disinformation and Dysfunction: What Makes It a Lie...

Digital Literacies and 21st Century Skills ·

2024/10/20

This is a recap of the last episode, Disinformation and Dysfunction: What Makes It a Lie, hosted by Liberty and Lina.Click here to view the episode transcript.

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14:57

Disinformation and Dysfunction: What Makes It a Lie...

Digital Literacies and 21st Century Skills ·

2024/10/16

In this episode, Liberty and Lina as they explore the intricate world of disinformation, highlighting its impact during the 2020 US election and the role of social media in spreading falsehoods. They discuss the importance of media literacy, cybersecurity education in schools, and the collective responsibility of parents, students, and companies. The conversation also tackles the polarizing effects of echo chambers and the decline of neutrality in news reporting, offering insights into the

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1:51

Media, Monsters, and Misinformation (Highlights)

Digital Literacies and 21st Century Skills ·

2024/10/13

This is a recap of the last episode, Media, Monsters, and Misinformation, hosted by Cassondra and Dani.Click here to view the episode transcript.

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15:00

Media, Monsters, and Misinformation (Cassondra and Dani)

Digital Literacies and 21st Century Skills ·

2024/10/09

In this podcast episode on digital literacy, hosts Dani and Cassondra discuss the concepts of misinformation and disinformation. They explain the difference between the two, emphasizing that misinformation is false information shared unintentionally, while disinformation is deliberately false. The discussion includes how the human brain processes information via selective perception and confirmation bias, citing Manjoo's work. They also touch on how age and social media usage influence the

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2:23

The Power of Remix: Transforming Education and Media...

Digital Literacies and 21st Century Skills ·

2024/09/29

This is a recap of the last episode, The Power of Remix: Transforming Education and Media, hosted by Adriana, Divya, and Kat.Click here to view the episode transcript.

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20:57

The Power of Remix: Transforming Education and Media...

Digital Literacies and 21st Century Skills ·

2024/09/25

In this episode of the Remix Podcast, hosts Divya, Adriana, and Kat explore the concept of remixing in education and media. They discuss how remixing original content can create fresh, engaging, and effective learning experiences. The conversation touches on the importance of adapting to technological advances, the impact of social constructivism and the politics of representation in media, and the ethical considerations of data extraction. They conclude with real-world examples and

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2:01

Multimedia as a New Educational Buzzword (Highlights)

Digital Literacies and 21st Century Skills ·

2024/09/22

This is a recap of the last episode, Multimedia as a New Educational Buzzword, hosted by April and Courtney.

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19:12

Multimedia as a New Educational Buzzword (April and...

Digital Literacies and 21st Century Skills ·

2024/09/18

In this episode, April and Courtney talk about what Multimedia Learning is and how they can use it in their classrooms. April is a digital media arts teacher and Courtney is a math teacher. Throughout the podcast, they were able to compare and contrast the way they use and plan on using multimedia in their classrooms, mentioning different educational buzzwords. Also, they talked about how multimedia is used in a course like the one we’re taking. April mentioned an interesting fact about

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1:16

Teaching like Plato (Highlights)

Digital Literacies and 21st Century Skills ·

2024/09/15

This is a recap of the last episode, Teaching like Plato, hosted by Ms. D.

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15:05

Teaching Like Plato (Ms. D)

Digital Literacies and 21st Century Skills ·

2024/09/13

In this exciting episode of Teaching Like Plato, Ms.D explores the innovative teaching methods that can be applied to the math curriculum, explicitly focusing on imagery and visual literacy and how they can enhance learning. She discusses the interconnectedness of mathematics and art, explaining how visual aids such as diagrams, memes, and student-created artwork may boost engagement, critical thinking, and inclusivity in the classroom. The episode emphasizes the importance of multisensory

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